Shamari Simmons tops important returning defensive players for Arizona State Sun Devils football

To the surprise of many, the Arizona State Sun Devils football program rolled out a more than competent defense in 2023. When looking at their 2022 counterparts, it was a night and day difference, with defensive coordinator Brian Ward at the forefront of all the positive changes. However, some of the key pieces to that unit, like B.J. Green, Jordan Clark, and Travion Brown are no longer with the program for various reasons. The Sun Devils have lost more than a handful of players defensively this offseason and will need guys to step up into bigger roles. There are some very important players returning, however, and they get their flowers here. Shamari Simmons will have a large role to take on as the leader of this defense in 2024, as will other veterans like Ed Woods, Caleb McCullough, and Anthonie Cooper. Some breakout players like Prince Dorbah and Clayton Smith will look to keep the pass rush moving, and youngsters like C.J. Fite and Tate Romney also have big shoes to fill. Host Richie Bradshaw ranks the most important returning players on defense for Arizona State Sun Devils football in 2024 on this edition of the Locked On Sun Devils podcast.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInThese days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelNew customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOSunDevils?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.